Consider defining clear roles, ownership percentages, and responsibilities upfront, and ensure you’re protected if the partnership doesn’t work out.Since you already own properties, it might be worth consulting a CPA who specializes in real estate for advice on tax strategies specific to your situation.

Have you taken the time to search AirBNB and VRBO in those specific areas to see how many STRs are operating?

I have had two amazing mentors in very specific niches, but they retired.

You can find online which larger institutions are buying in a specific area and try and reach out to them.

Speak with a real estate attorney about the legalities of wholesaling real estate in your specific area, the internet isn't the place to get legal advice.

Hi, Just bought a unit via LLC in Nashville area, specifically in Berry Hill to operate as STR.

What specifically are you looking for in terms of investing? 

Networking, local meetups, door knocking, mailers, wholesalers, online forums specific to your area of interest.  

Deductible expenses include renovation costs, loan interest, and holding costs.

You didn’t mention the property or deal specifics, but for many deals in the recent years, there have been amazing and unusual gains due to multiple unnatural circumstances.